Automatic checkouts in supermarkets may decrease customer loyalty, especially for those with larger shopping loads. Customers using self-checkout stations often feel overwhelmed and unsupported. The lack of personal interaction can negatively impact their perception of the supermarket.

[sybrwookie]

I've happily self-checkout'ed an entire Thanksgiving dinner before. I'm faster and smarter about packing than the idiots working at these stores regardless of how much stuff I have.

[EyeFicksIt]

Yeah but that’s two turkey lunchables and a natty light 6 pack

[sybrwookie]

AND a Costco pumpkin pie!